Schug visit With Winemaker Michael Cox

Schug Carneros Winery Napa

I’ve been spending more time exploring Carneros and really loved my visit to Schug Winery. This is located quite far back off highway 121 and has spectacular views of the valley (shown above). On top of the picturesque setting the team is amazing led by Winemaker Michael Cox. Schug was founded in 1980 by Walter Schug, formerly of Joseph Phelps Vineyard. Schug Winery specializes in Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.  During my visit I enjoyed a Wine & Food pairing followed by a cave tour and tasting with Michel. See more of the fun I had below!

Schug Carneros Winery Napa

Cheers to these incredible views and the delicious Schug Winery Chardonnay!

Schug Carneros Winery Napa

Schug Carneros Winery Napa

Schug Carneros Winery Napa

Schug Carneros Winery Napa

The cellar where I enjoyed my Wine & Food tasting and pairing.

Schug Carneros Winery Napa

The line up of amazing library wines in the tasting room.

Schug Carneros Winery Napa

My favorite of the various Chardonnays I tasted was the Carneros Chardonnay.

Schug Carneros Winery Napa

The historic barrels used to ferment the wines.

Schug Carneros Winery Napa

Schug Carneros Winery Napa

Winemaker Michael Cox showing off his adorable shirt before our cave wine tasting.

Schug Carneros Winery Napa

Schug Carneros Winery Napa

Michael sharing some Chardonnay during our barrel tasting

Schug Carneros Winery Napa

The winemaking facilities located at the back of the Winery. This really is a tiny operation and it’s hard to believe in this small space how much wine they make and also that the tasting room, cellar and winemaking facilities are all here.  It’s amazing what a great job they do utilizing every inch of space in this winery and tasting room.

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